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US tech rally has further to run; India well placed: John Stoltzfus
John Stoltzfus, MD and Chief Investment Strategist at Oppenheimer Asset Management remains positive on the long-term artificial intelligence (AI) and technology investment cycle, expects the Fed to stay on hold, and sees emerging markets outperforming developed peers.
Tata Motors shares jump 5% on strong growth guidance. What are Nomura, other brokerages saying?
Tata Motors shares rose after outlining strong growth targets, including margin expansion and cash flow improvement. Brokerages remain divided, with JM Financial bullish, while Nomura and Motilal Oswal stay cautious on near-term demand and margins. Long-term outlook remains supported by infrastructure growth, CV demand recovery and digital and EV initiatives.
Shyam Metalics' value-added expansion to help deliver on its long-term goals
Shyam Metalics targets a revenue CAGR of about 18% over FY26-FY31 and an Ebitda CAGR of 22%.

AI market correction may create bigger opportunity for Indian IT firms, says HFS Research CEO
Phil Fersht, CEO and Chief Analyst at HFS Research, sees near-term growth remaining soft for the next six to nine months, although he believes the long-term outlook for the sector remains positive.
Motilal Oswal initiates coverage on KPR Mill, 7 other textile stocks with up to 43% upside. Own any?
Motilal Oswal has initiated coverage on eight textile companies, turning bullish on Gokaldas Exports, Indo Count, Arvind Fashions, Pearl Global and Welspun Living. The brokerage expects improving global demand, trade agreements and supply-chain shifts to support India’s textile sector recovery and long-term export growth.

Tata Motors PV's Ambitious FY31 Roadmap Fails To Impress Brokerages — Check Targets, Outlook
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) unveiled an ambitious long-term growth roadmap at its Investor Day 2026, with brokerages acknowledging the strength of the strategy but remaining cautious on execution and profitability.
Stocks to buy in 2026 for long term: Ather Energy, Stove Kraft among 5 stocks that could give 10-20% return
We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources
Nifty, Bank Nifty outlook & stock recommendations by Motilal Oswal
Chandan Taparia of Motilal Oswal Financial Services expects Nifty and Bank Nifty to trade with a weak bias as long as they remain below 23,850 and 57,250, respectively.
D-Street set for a positive opening as GIFT Nifty trades higher
Indian markets experienced profit booking after a significant rally, influenced by fluctuating crude oil prices and foreign investor sentiment. Analysts anticipate a sideways trading range with a slight downward bias due to global uncertainties and ongoing foreign outflows. The Nifty found support at a key trendline, suggesting potential near-term recovery, while the India VIX saw an uptick, indicating increased market apprehension.
Akasa Air plans to hike capacity by 30%
Akasa Air is charting an ambitious course, targeting a significant 30% capacity expansion by fiscal year 2027. Despite global uncertainties, the airline's long-term vision remains steadfast. Currently operating 39 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, Akasa Air dedicates a quarter of its capacity to international routes. The airline also reported a robust 37% surge in operating revenue for the 2025-26 fiscal year, signaling strong growth momentum.
Quote of the day by Chuck Akre: "Wall Street has this wonderful business about how to create transactions. They set up what we believe are false expectations, and that’s what I call the “beat by a penny, missed by a penny syndrome.”
Chuck Akre criticises Wall Street’s fixation on marginal earnings beats and misses, arguing it fuels short-term trading over meaningful analysis. The piece highlights how quarterly expectations distort investor behaviour and emphasises the importance of focusing on business fundamentals, long-term growth, and intrinsic value rather than penny-level earnings surprises.
Karnataka HC directs OMCs to honour ethanol offtake pact
State-run oil companies must honor their ethanol offtake agreements, a high court ruled, offering a significant boost to dedicated ethanol producers. The court rejected the oil marketing companies' attempt to deviate from contractual commitments, emphasizing that arbitrary actions cannot be disguised as discretion. This judgment provides crucial relief to ethanol manufacturers who invested based on these long-term pacts, ensuring they receive their contracted quantities.